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Aromatic Rosemary Sourdough Bread Recipe

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Aromatic Rosemary Sourdough Bread is a fragrant, flavorful loaf perfect for any meal. With a hint of rosemary, it’s simple to make and uses ingredients you likely already have.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Additional Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings 1 medium loaf
Calories 84

Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 250 grams all purpose flour
  • 180 grams water
  • 100 grams sourdough starter active
  • 5 grams salt
  • 3 grams fresh rosemary chopped

Instructions

  • Mix all the ingredients. This includes the all-purpose flour, water, starter, salt, and fresh rosemary. Make sure everything is well combined.
  • After 30 minutes, perform the first round of stretch and folds. This helps build the dough's strength and structure.
  • Wait another 30 minutes and do the second round of stretch and folds. This step is crucial for developing gluten.
  • Three hours after the second round of stretch and folds, shape the dough. Place it into a banneton basket, cover it with something airtight, and put it in the fridge for at least 8 hours and up to 72 hours.
  • Bake directly from the fridge in a preheated Dutch oven. Bake for 27 minutes at 460°F (238°C) with the lid on. Then, remove the lid and bake for an additional 8 minutes at 440°F (227°C) to get a golden brown color. Adjust the bake time if needed based on your oven's strength.
  • After baking, transfer the bread to a cooling rack. Cover it with a damp kitchen towel and leave it to cool for at least an hour before slicing.

Notes

  • Dough consistency: If your dough feels too dry, add a little water. If it's too sticky, add a bit more flour. Getting the right balance makes the dough easy to handle and bake well, so don't be afraid to adjust the ratios a little!
  • Chop rosemary finely: Finely chopped rosemary releases more aroma and flavor, enhancing your bread.
  • Wet your hands: When handling the dough, wet your hands to prevent sticking. This makes the stretch and folds easier.
  • Handle dough gently: Be careful not to tear the dough during stretch and folds. Gentle handling helps develop gluten for a better texture.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
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